You have undoubtedly heard it time and time again; there’s just something about you, in particular, that mosquitoes adore. But, how true is this statement? Unfortunately, it all boils down to one trait you carry; your smell. No matter the perspective, mosquitoes all boast acute receptors, which can detect scents that are up to 100 […]
If the weather has gotten chilly in your area, you might have already crossed mosquitoes off the list of things to be concerned about for now. However, by doing so you could be putting yourself and your family at an even bigger risk for mosquito-borne illness. It’s true that most mosquitoes are not active when […]
This week is Halloween, and your kids are eager to put on their costumes and join friends on the hunt for the neighborhood with the best candy. Unfortunately, this year they will be joined by another group on the hunt: mosquitoes! Most years, by the time Halloween rolls around, the mosquitoes are long gone. But […]
You’re enjoying a romantic picnic by the lake, the sun is going down, and everything is perfect… until BOOM, a swarm of mosquitoes cramp your style and start eating you alive. Ever wondered where they all come from? Well, believe it or not, the answer is: you probably have mosquito breeding grounds in your backyard […]
Mosquito repellent or mosquito control – which is better? Is it better to spray yourself all over with a mosquito repellent spray or to control mosquitoes, so they are not there to bite you? Of course, it’s sort of a funny question. Obviously, it’s preferable to make sure there are no mosquitoes in your yard. […]
When you think of mosquitoes, it’s likely you correlate their activity solely to the outdoors. This is typically why most Atlanta residents don’t bother with mosquito control in the winter, as they believe during the cooler months mosquitoes will be non-existent. But as the weather starts to get cooler, and the leaves begin to fall, […]
Learn About Mosquito Breeding Grounds To Control The Mosquitoes In Your Yard We all want to keep mosquitoes out of our yards. But it’s possible that you are actually inviting them in without realizing it. If you are making some simple mistakes you could be creating ideal conditions for mosquitoes. That’s why it’s important to […]
Mosquitoes and pets do not mix. Your pets are not immune to mosquito bites – they can suffer as much as you do. But when it comes to mosquito bites, pets face some risks that humans don’t. The biggest threat pets face from mosquito bites is heartworm, a potentially deadly infection. Knowing how to protect […]
In part one of this series, we looked at 8 little-known facts about mosquitoes. In part two we continue with some surprising information about these little pests. Bet you didn’t know them all! Where does the name mosquito come from? If you’re going to discuss mosquitoes, one of the first things you should know is […]
At first, getting rid of mosquitoes seems like a dream come true. No more itchy bites. No more swarms around your backyard, favorite hiking spots, or picnic areas. But there is also a much more serious effect. Eradicating mosquitoes would save hundreds of thousands of lives, including tens of thousands of children. Every year, around […]
